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Being aware of issues like domestic violence, infant and pregnancy loss, and the many other issues highlighted in October is important because when we know about something that needs to change, we can stand together and make a difference. Even though individually we may feel powerless, together we are strong. Together we can talk about these tough issues. We can learn about difficulties facing our world and do what we can to spread our love and support. We can work to end domestic violence and support its survivors. We can remember the babies who were gone too soon, and comfort and support their grieving parents. We can be more sensitive and inclusive of people facing difficulties or heartache. We can speak up about important issues and get involved with movements that matter. <\/span><\/p>\nOctober is ending soon and it might feel like I\u2019m a bit late to the game for this month of awareness\u2026 but really, at the end of the <\/span>day<\/del> <\/span>month, October awareness is just the beginning anyway. There is so much to learn about problems facing our communities and our world, and so many ways we can share love and support, and get involved. Humans are capable of societal change and very great love and compassion\u2026 when we want to be. So let\u2019s not waste that potential. Instead, let\u2019s work together to make our world a better place.<\/span><\/p>\n![\"2016_10_25_bethechange\"](\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.iamhalfhope.com\/content\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/2016_10_25_BeTheChange-1.jpg?resize=665%2C515\")
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Most people in the US probably know that that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We\u2019ve all seen the hot pink yogurt lids, hot pink jerseys on athletes, and the messes of hot pink ribbons, lanyards, shirts, and buttons in the grocery store. 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